Question 1

echolalia and autism spectrums, can you tell me about?

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Immediate echo-: lalia is repeating words or phrases just heard. Delayed echolalia is repeating "snippets" heard previously, often from a video or TV show. Repeating what a person said previously can be part of typical language development at 8-20 months, if used in appropriate play or to communicate a feeling or need. Joint attention precedes reciprocal social communication. "It Takes Two to Talk' is a good book.

Question 2

is delayed echolalia always related to autism?

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Between 8-20 months: It can be part of typical language development, if used for representational play, e.g., "no, no, dolly!" in the same inflections used earlier by mom. Joint attention (child & parent are interested in the same object or event) precedes social communication. Kids with autism may use a tv/video "script" to communicate, e.g., repeat " ow, that hurt" in caillou's voice to say " i stubbed my toe.".

Question 3

can delayed echolalia be a cause of something other than autism in a 4 yr old?

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Not necessarily bad!: Echolalia is also a part of normal language development.   This phase begins around 18 months of age when a child has mastered imitating words and is just beginning to imitate phrases.  Echolalia peaks around 30 months of age, and declines by the time a toddler turns 3. Delayed echolalia is the repetition of words or phrases that are echoed after the fact.  Autism spectrum must be considered!

Question 4

dev. ped suspects son has autism due to echolalia and little spontaneous speech. he does come to me with arms outstretched to be picked up. autism?

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Standardized screens: For ASD at 18-48 months, screens like the M-CHAT on firstsigns.org find children who need both ASD-specific diagnostic assessments of social communication, social reciprocity + stereotyped movements &amp; tests of cognitive levels so therapy can be started early for best outcomes. Lifting  arms to be picked up is, indeed, a good sign  of  communicative intent, typically developed by 6 months of age.

Question 5

is the cure about autism found?

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No: Autism is a label used for a pattern of behavioral, social and learning issues that arise from a poorly defined origin. Supportive care helps the kid over his/her lifetime and most see some improvement. However, no one treatment or group of treatments will cure this process.Ongoing research should help us understand what helps the best.

Question 6

how to get ssi for autism help?

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See your PCP first.: Have your pcp refer you to a psychiatrist or psychologist to evaluate the autism then go to the social security office and apply for disability. You can get an application on line. You can contact the social security office and get help from their staff on how to fill the appropriate forms. Once the forms are submitted, they will let you you know if he is qualified

Question 7

what is autism a risk factor for?

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Autism can lead to::   Failure to thrive, Generalized seizures in children, Vitamin C deficiency, Seizure disorder, Sensory processing disorder.

Question 8

what do autistic and autism mean?

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"Into oneself" from : the Greek word transliterated incorrectly as " autismos". It's the same root word as for "automatic,", self-driven, etc. Dr. Kanner coined the diagnosis in the 40's for children who responded more to internal cues than to environmental  stimuli; e.g., who laughed or cried without an external stimulus or  hummed, rocked, &amp; paid  no attention to others, now Autistic Spectrum Disorder Level 3.

Question 9

what are some signs of mild autism?

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See below.: Mild autism is characterized by persistent abnormalities in social interactions, restricted & highly focused interests, and restricted repetitive and stereotyped behaviors. There's often limited ability to have spontaneous social interactions and a failure to develop friendships. There may be delays in other developmental areas as well.

Question 10

where are autism rates the highest?

Accepted Answer

Ubiquitous: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) prevalence rates are actually fairly equivalent across the United States.  The diagnosis of ASD continues to rise, possibly due to more clear guidelines for the diagnosis being established.  Research is on-going to help us understand ASD better, and of course researchers are still looking for an underlying cause (or causes) for asd.

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